Gemena Airport — Gemena, Democratic Republic of the Congo
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereGemena Airport in Gemena uses the IATA code GMA, with FZFK as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from GMA
Gemena Airport
GMA is Gemena Airport, serving the town of Gemena in the northwestern Équateur province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Given the region's limited road infrastructure and dense forest terrain, air travel is often the most practical way to reach Gemena from Kinshasa or other Congolese cities, making GMA an important local connector rather than a hub of high traffic volume. The airport typically handles small turboprop aircraft operated by regional carriers and humanitarian or missionary aviation groups that support remote Congolese communities. Facilities are basic, consistent with many airfields across the DRC's interior, and reliability of scheduled service can vary. GMA remains a vital link for commerce, aid delivery, and passenger movement in a part of the country where overland transport is slow and often difficult.
Runways at Gemena Airport (GMA)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 6550 ft (1996 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Gemena Airport (GMA)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.7 MHz |
Airports near Gemena Airport (GMA)
- Gbadolite Airport (BDT) — 175.1 km (108.8 mi)
- Bangui M'Poko International Airport (BGF) — 189.8 km (117.9 mi)
- Lisala Airport (LIQ) — 225.3 km (140.0 mi)
- Mbandaka Airport (MDK) — 393.4 km (244.4 mi)
- Ouesso Airport (OUE) — 452.2 km (281.0 mi)
- Berbérati Airport (BBT) — 455.6 km (283.1 mi)
- Buta Zega Airport (BZU) — 559.6 km (347.7 mi)
- Owando Airport (FTX) — 596.9 km (370.9 mi)
GMA connects to Gemena in the DRC's remote Équateur province; searchers should note that scheduled service can be irregular, and many flights here are operated by humanitarian or missionary aviation organizations rather than major airlines.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Gemena Airport?
The IATA code for Gemena Airport is GMA.
What is the ICAO code for Gemena Airport?
The ICAO code for Gemena Airport is FZFK. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.